We sat down with the man himself  @MuhammadAlAndalusi for an absolute banger episode! We delved into all things juggling life, deen, and business! Muhammad also touched on burnout as an entrepreneur and student of knowledge.   Enjoyyy! Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Muhammad and his journey at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muhamad.andalusi?igsh=MWtteTE2Mmw5Mm9nbw== Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual listeners out there, check us out on our YouTube channel!   0:00 Preview 1:54 Intro 2:42 Dealing With Burnout 5:25 Building An Online Business So You Can Study Full-Time 10:20 Spanish World For Muslims Is Not What You Think 14:48 Early Life: Your Environment Shapes The Type Of Muslim You Become 25:33 The Only 2 Actions You Need To Start Studying Today 30:15 Travel Will Rewire Your Brain More Than You Can Ever Imagine! 37:12 How To Travel Like A Secret Agent - Understanding Others 41:14 Most Powerful Habits To Unlock In Your Life 48:10 Allah (swt) Will Test Your Intention Through Your Consistency 56:06 Ask Yourself - How Bad Do You Really Want It? 1:01:58 “You Must, Always, Renew Your Intentions” 1:07:30 Muhammad’s Daily Routine For True Success 1:11:26 What Defines A Man? 1:13:51 Muhammad’s Basketball Coach’s Impact On His Life 1:20:28 Advice For People Who Want More In Life

We sat down with our boy Jake for a chat we can’t wait for you all to hear 🎙️⚽️ We delved into his pro football experience after dealing injuries, his work with Suited and Booted & The Unlaced Podcast. We spoke about how far obsession can take you before it breaks you, why resilience can’t be taught but only lived, and what it means to let go of old identities to find new purpose. Jake also opened up about his professional playing days, the ups and downs of Aussie football, and where he’s taking things next with his creative projects.   Enjoyyy! Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Jake on his journey at: Instagram: jakeybd Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual lovers out there, check us out on our YouTube channel!   0:00 Preview1:28 Intro2:25 World Best Barista’s From Brunswick?!3:17 Do We Buy Food Now For Taste Or Content??3:58 No One Can Really Relate To David Goggins8:45 Why Ex-Military & Athletes Suffer More With Mental Health10:57 Is Social Media Better Or Worse For Young Athletes?14:44 How Mental Health Relates To All Sports/Training You Do16:30 48 Hours Fight Camp With UFC Fighter Jack Jenkins17:56 Weirdest Podcast With UFC Fighter Alex Pereira21:13 “I Played In EVERY Youth Level For Australia”27:50 Waking Up 6AM Daily At 16 Years Old35:12 Can You Really Develop Motivation & Drive?49:20 “The Harder You Work, The Luckier You Get”54:25 The Day The World Turned & I Hated Soccer1:02:30 Faith & Football1:05:56 “The Man That Chases 2 Rabbits, Catches Neither”1:09:40 Jake’s Life Lesson After Hosting 100 Podcasts1:15:40 Suitedandbooted Reviving Jake’s Love For Soccer1:22:35 Is It Possible For Us To Go To The 2026 World Cup?1:25:05 GalacticOz Podcast1:28:00 Why Smaller Content Creators Gain The Most Now1:30:20 The Unlaced Podcast WILL Continue!1:31:48 “Stuck In Uruguay With No Phone & It Was The Best Experience Of My Life”1:34:45 Jake’s Top 3 Countries - Spain Has It All1:35:41 “I Was In Beijing With A Few Colombians And..”1:42:30 Crazy Things Only Ppl From Uzbekistan Do

Yesss people welcome back to another FairDinkum episode!   This week’s episode features local legend Rayvo from Talking Trophies, and it’s one for the ages. We get into Melbourne’s machete pandemic, the importance of mastering your craft, how AI is reshaping the world, and why real conversation still matters. Plus, Rayvo shares some untold travel stories, lessons from content creation, and thoughts on consistency, creativity, and staying true to your purpose.   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !   Keep up to date with everyone on Rayvo's podcast at: Instagram:  ⁨@talkingtrophies⁩    Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual lovers out there, check us out on our YouTube channel!   0:00 Preview 1:29 Intro 2:02 Is Travelling Around Australia Even Worth It? The Harsh Truth 15:51 The Hidden Power Behind Mastery 20:03 Talking Trophies — How Rayvo Started Creating Content 25:22 Consistency Over Everything — The Only Thing That Matters 29:20 The Real Art Of Conversation — Why Most People Don’t Get It 32:46 AI Pranks Are Getting Out Of Hand 41:25 The Beauty Of Travel — Why Everyone Needs To Leave Home Once 49:30 What Really Brings Dictatorship To A Country? 53:22 Staying In The West Vs Going Back Home

🌏 Fair Dinkum’s Gone International! This week episodes features Ashraf and Weli touch in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 From the mountains of Kyrgyzstan to the streets of China. They unpack why Asia might just be the best continent in the world, what it’s like living out of a suitcase, and how travel forces you to see the world and home differently. Enjoy! ------------- Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share ! Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms!   0:00 Sneak Peek — What’s Coming This Episode 👀 1:36 Intro — Hong Kong side quest 2:09 “Japan Is NOT In My Top 5 For Asia” — The Overrated Vs Underrated Debate 11:30 Two Years Living Out Of A Suitcase — What I Learned About Myself 22:00 Over consuming At Home Vs Priceless Experiences Abroad 30:18 “We Really Don’t Understand The Powerhouse Of China” — Weli’s China Experience 36:48 How Your Environment Shapes Your Lifestyle Choices 39:06 What Does Travel Truly Mean To Ashraf? 44:00 “Some People Die To Live & Some People Live To Die”

Yesss people welcome back to another FairDinkum episode! This episode we have Ruz Roslan, founder of AKU, who joins us on the couch to share his journey from working 9–5 for over a decade to building one of Australia’s fastest-growing sportswear brands. We dive into how discipline, patience, and purpose led him to collaborate with major clubs across Futsal, volleyball, and basketball — and even partner with AFC Football and Thailand Futsal. This episode is all about creating culture, building legacy, and betting on yourself. Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !   Follow Ruz on his personal journey at: Instagram: @ruzroslan Keep up to date with all things AKU: @akuaustralia Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the all the visual lovers, check us out on YouTube!

On today’s episode we had the esteemed Abdullah Taywani A Taiwanese born Muslim who is now one of the active Imams at Taipei Grand Mosque. Abdullah spent most of his younger years abroad, learning languages and gaining his education in countries Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Turkey and then finally heading back home to Taiwan. This episode delves deep into muslims in the east, it challenges the perspective of Hijra and living in a Muslim country, we delve into the similarities between the muslims in the east and west, moving abroad and how being exposed to new cultures can mold you into being a leader and visionary.   We hope you all enjoy the episode!   Follow Abdullah's journey at: Instagram: @at_Taywani   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms!   0:00 Intro 0:39 Preview 2:31 “Learning a New Language Will Change The Way You Think of The World” 10:03 The Power of Environment: Taiwanese High Academic Standards 14:55 Friends in Your Life Can Bring You Closer and Further to Islam 20:18 Does Living in a More ‘Practicing Place’ Make It Easier To Study Islam? 29:14 “We Are Creating a New Identity with Muslims in Taiwan” 30:15 Building a Personal Brand - Putting Muslims in Taiwan On The Map

Grab your box of tissues guys… this one’s a real tear jerker 😢🥹 In this weeks episode, we had the honour of hosting The Founder of The Egyptian Orphan Fund Australia Sherine Elfakahani! We discussed all things TEOFA; Sherine shared some amazing stories about orphans lives being transformed and some heartbreaking insights from her work on the groundin Egypt. An amazing episode… not to be missed! Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !! If you want to learn more about TEOFA or Donate to one of their Amazing Programs visit their website below 👇  https://theegyptianorphanfund.org.au Follow us on our socials at:Instagram: @fairdinkumauTikTok: @fairdinkumau For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms!

Yess people, welcome back to another episode! The man behind the success of Sahara yoghurt and Sahara fresh! Building success in THE hardest business industry going around, dairy products Ibrahim, aka the yoghurt man joins us on the couch this week! We speak about what a person MUST have to be successful, conquering fear of doubt to build your personal passion into a reality & being a master of making mistakes to build your dream life! Enjoyyy!   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Ibrahim on his journey at: Instagram: @theygrtman   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For our visual lovers out there, check us out on our YouTube channel!   0:00 Intro 0:35 Preview 2:12 Rapid-Fire Questions! 3:15 Question 2 6:27 Why Work In The Dairy Industry? 8:55 When Does Risk Tasking Begin in Life? 10:07 Competing in THE Hardest Market! 13:32 What Builds The Drive To Be Ambitious & Successful 17:52 “You NEED To Have An Online Brand For Your Business” 21:24 If You’re Not Disciplined, You Won’t Be Successful In Anything 25:07 Life Balance Doesn’t Exist with Entreprenuership 28:24 “There’s No Harm with a 9-5 Job” 30:27 When To Make Big Decisions For Growth 38;46 Is Success More From Hard Work or Luck?? 43;28 “I Am a Master of Mistakes” 45;50 Best Hack to Dealing with Daily Life Stress 56:30 Importance of Focus 1:02:00 If Ibrahim was 21 Today, What Would He Do Towards His Dream Life? 1:05:35 Ibrahim’s Travelled To 60 Countries?! 1:08:30 5 Books You MUST Read Today! 1:13:45 The Beauty of Being a Young Parent

Yess people, welcome back to another episode!   We talk all things Muslim couple travel, the story behind their rapid growth to 30K+ followers in just 5 months, and what it’s really like traveling long-term with your spouse.  Ashraf shares insights into their content creation process, how they stay authentic and unique online while also balancing live in the present and making the most of their travel. We also shared personal experiences for Ali’s content creation journey and many valuable tips for anyone looking to play the long game of building a long, lasting community on social media.  Enjoyy the pod!   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Ashraf’s personal & Travel journey on Instagram at:@ashrafimamm @ashrafandjemima   Follow us on our socials at:Instagram: @fairdinkumauTikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual lovers out there, check us out on our YouTube channel!

Yess welcome back to another episode of the FairDinkum podcast! After 14 months of travelling the world, Ashraf has finally joined us back on the couch. In the first of 3 episodes series we will be doing with Ashraf, we spoke about all things in Madinah living and studying in the greatest city.   We delved into how his dream of living in Madinah became a reality with the sacrifices that came with it. The beauty of the people of Madinah honouring their guests, the challenges that comes with he lifestyle of a student and breaking down the numbers to how you can afford to study and live in Madinah.   Sit and back and enjoy this episodeee!   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Ashraf sharing his journey on Instagram: @ashrafimamm Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau

Yess people, welcome back to another episode of the FairDinkum podcast! *This week on the podcast, we’re honoured to sit down with Dr Mohammed Awad — a highly experienced neurosurgeon who has dedicated over a decade to one of the most demanding fields in medicine.* From performing life-saving surgeries to providing medical aid in Gaza, Dr Awad brings a unique perspective that blends skill, compassion, and purpose. In this powerful episode, we dive into: - The sacrifices and focus required to pursue a career that takes 10+ years of dedication - The rise of AI and the hidden dangers of our growing reliance on technology - How society has shifted toward convenience — and what we’re losing in the process - The forgotten value of trying, struggling, and focusing deeply This episode is jam-packed with insights on discipline, purpose, and the realities of modern life. Whether you’re into medicine, tech, personal growth, or just love deep conversations— this one is not to be missed. Enjoyy the pod! Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !! Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms! 0:00 Intro 0:23 Preview 2:20 What Does Hard Work & Dedication Means To You? 7:11 Early Days of Dr Mohammed Awad 10:15 Most interesting thing about the human brain 17:05 Chatgpt doesn’t let us think for ourselves 19:55 the need to still learn ’old-fashioned skills’ 22:00 Is A.I going to replace ALL our jobs?? 24:50 Things you lose when you rely on A.I… 28:44 Laziness is the a first world problem 35:00 STOP THE BRAINROT! 40:20 Dealing with doubt 46:00 “There’s no room for ego & pride for Muslims” 55:10 Volunteering in Gaza 1:03:00 Stories they don’t tell you about Gaza 1:09:25 “The biggest thing I learnt from the people of Gaza was…”

Yess people, welcome back to another episode! Alhamdulilah we had the opportunity to bring Jahedul on the podcast this week all the way from the UK during his Australia tour. Jahedul has been in the calisthenics world for several years now, creating and building his community back in the UK around fitness to now opening up his own gym allahuma barik! This episode with Jahedul we discussed his journey in how he got into fitness and the introduction of calisthenics to how it’s transformed him as a person, his mental health and it’s connection to his faith. We also spoke about the content creation journey, building community, facing criticism and believing in yourself and the vision you see no matter the ups and downs you deal with along the way. Whether you love fitness or not, there’s so many takeaways from this episode with Jahedul and we appreciate him taking the time out to sitting on the couch with lads for this amazing conversation Enjoyy the pod!   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow Jahedul and his journey at: Instagram: @j4hedul Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau ---------- 0:00 Intro 0:38 Preview 1:10 Jahedul’s Relationship with Caffeine 2:11 Who is Jahedul? 3:10 Early Days Calisthenics 6:02 Mental Health and Fitness 7:00 Does Calisthenics Ever Getting Boring?? 9:58 @RipRight Inspiration 10:27 WHY Calisthenics is a MUST for Muslims 13:38 What Does Discipline Mean To You? 16:29 How Content Creation All Started 23:03 Dealing with Negativity 24:35 Building Community: The Fear of No One Joining 30:30 Is The Aussie Strength Standard of Brothers DEAD?? 34:33 Calisthenics Relates to ALL Sports! 36:49 How To Avoid Injuries with Calisthenics 39:15 “Just Focus On These 3 Exercises!” 41:06 The Calisthenics Legs Workout 42:30 The Power of Brotherhood: Muscle Basin Gym 49:42 Who is Jahedul When The Cameras Are Off? 53:30 Advice To New Muslim Content Creators

Yess people, welcome back to another episode! This week we’ve had the pleasure in sharing the couch with Suleiman and Humdaan, aka the Halalbros! This episode has been in the works for a while now and alhamdulilah we have finally made it happen. On this episode we spoke about how their journey all started from doing car views in their backseats to viral food reviews as the halalbros! We discussed the struggles of content creation as a Muslim, dealing with criticism as well as untold stories including rejecting half a million dollar international deal! Enjoyyy Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !! Follow the boys on their journey at: Instagram: @halalbrosau Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms! 0:00 Intro 0:26 Preview 1:12 What’s Your Coffee Order? 4:07 Early Days of Halalbros 9:03 From Backseat Car Reviews To Viral Food Reviews 18:05 Impacting Businesses and Changing Lives 24:23 “We Visit 4 Restaurants EVERY WEEK!” 29:26 Rejecting a HALF A MILLION DOLLAR International Offer 40:55 There Are More Valuable Things In Life Than Money 44:45 What Halalbros Struggle with Daily 47:48 Getting on the Lygon St Billboard! 50:52 “Restaurants removed pork & alcohol just to collab with us!” 55:42 Suleiman’s Top 3 Restaurants 57:39 Humdaan’s Top 3 59:44 Best Kebab in Melbourne?? 1:02:05 “You Guys ALWAYS Post Just Good Reviews” 1:08:55 Best Acai in Melbourne?? 1:09:58 1 Change You Wish You Made 1:12:20 The Future of ‘Halalbrosau’ 1:16:05 The Beauty of Travel

Yess people, welcome back to another episode! This week we’re joined by none other than Jihad from @the.strength.physio. A Strongman athlete, physio, and someone who’s all about bridging the gap between performance and long-term health. We spoke about his journey into serious training, what it means to move with intention, and why most people get stuck chasing progress but ignore the habits that actually sustain it. From competing in Strongman to working one-on-one with clients, Jihad shares what people are missing when it comes to training smart, recovering properly, and staying consistent for the long haul. We also touched on the mental side of discipline, how your body responds to more than just training, and the quiet work that makes all the difference.   Make sure to subscribe, drop a comment, and share !!   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: @fairdinkumau TikTok: @fairdinkumau       0:00 Intro 0:43 Preview 1:34 Living in Australia vs overseas 6:57 Jihad’s go-to pre workout meal 9:36 Why strongman training? 11:04 The dark phase that shaped Jihad! 14:34 How fast can you really bulk or shred?? 17:57 The reason why we struggle to be consistent 21:29 Upcoming Strongman comp 22:11 First strongman competition experience 26:47 Training prep for strongman comps 34:24 “You have to respect your body so it respects you back” 38:34 Discipline starts with 5 daily prayers 42:55 TSP - The Strong Physio 51:36 Deadlifts: overrated or underrated??? 57:12 What has your work learnt about yourself? 1:01:11 Everyone MUST Do Cupping & Dry needling 1:08:40 If you could’ve changed 1 thing in your journey, what would it be? 1:12:38 The NEW Muslim Brothers GYM

Yess people, welcome back to another episode of the FairDinkum lads chats! Been a while since the last one we had, but we are here and ready to bring more in 2025 This week’s episode the main man Barisa joins Weli and Ali on the podcast to chat all about content creation and more! We spoke about his current initiatives of Sunnah Studios with building the very first Muslim fitness networking event, onedeen and how that’s transformed his outlook on building deep connections. The boys also discussed the important of action in a world full of consumption, how building community and connections impact ourselves as well Ali’s journey of building his very own run club!   Enjoyyy !   P.S Anyone that is interested in joining Ali’s very first running event with the Early Hours Run Club, sign up here and join the team ‘EARLY HOURS Run Club’: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-melbourne-10k/   Follow Barisa’s personal journey & what his building on his socials: @barisa.k @sunnahstudios_ @_onedeen   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkumau/?hl=en TikTok: @fairdinkumau   0:00 Intro 0:57 Preview Clip 1:35 What Makes Sunnah Studios Different To Others? 5:47 The First Fitness Networking Event in Australia 11:46 Setting The Standard-Be The Change You Want 14:18 Opening Up To Connect with Others 16:15 Does 9-5 Inhibit Our Creativity?? 25:18 The Art of Conversation & Connection - @_onedeen 33:17 Why Are People So Hesitant To Start Something NEW?? 37:35 Early Hours Run Club 10k Event!! COME THRU! 38:40 How Morning Barakah Has Changed Ali’s Life 42:45 How Ashton Hall HACKED the algorithm 46:35 How Can We END Small Talk To Connect with Someone?? 53:45 Put Your Trust In Allah and GO ALL IN 59:28 FairDinkum LIVE Panel 1:06:00 The Beauty of Documenting Your Journey (FD Throwbacks) 1:17:28 Why The World Is Moving Past The David Goggins Mindset 1:28:45 When Was The Last Time You Did Something Uncomfortable? 1;38;20 Who Are You Inspired By?

Welcome back to another episode FairDinkum Fam! From a 9-5 to running one of Melbourne’s most loved cafés, this week we sit down with Mert, the founder of Cafe Carlton. ☕️ In this episode, Mert shares how his love for food and coffee began, the moment he realised he couldn’t stay in a regular job forever, and what it really took to take the leap into starting his own business. He opens up about the early challenges of running a café, the doubts he faced, and how he pushed through moments of uncertainty. We also talk about what owning a café has taught him about himself, the biggest myths people believe about “following your passion,” and the advice he’d give to anyone in their 20s thinking about starting something of their own. This is a story about risk, purpose, and creating something that leaves a mark beyond just food and coffee. Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkumau/?hl=en TikTok: @fairdinkumau For the audio listeners out there, check us out on all podcasting platforms!

Yess people welcome back to another episode of the Fairdinkum Podcast!   It’s been a while but we’ve brought him back on the pod, we sit down with renowned performance nutritionist Jack Doherty, also known as *The Combat Dietitian*, who has worked with top-tier UFC athletes including Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, and many more. We’ve got him once again and we loved it! We dive deep into the truth about health and nutrition—what really matters when it comes to sustainable habits, the role genetics play in your long-term well-being, and why most people are falling for the biggest lies in the fitness industry, including the hype around quick fixes like Ozempic. Jack also opens up about his intense 8-week shredding journey, the mindset and discipline it required, and the unexpected challenges he faced along the way Whether you're an athlete, coach, or just someone trying to level up your health, this episode is packed with raw insight and practical advice you won’t want to miss! Tap in and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Follow Jack on his journey Instagram: @thecombatdietitian Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkuma... TikTok: @fairdinkumau

Hey FairDinkum fam,   On this weeks episode we’re joined by none other than Hakeem Haong — a man who’s lived many lives in one. A high-ticket barber who went from cutting hair in his backyard to flying to Vegas and sitting with the likes of Alex Hormozi. But this isn’t just about fades and formulas. We dive into Hakeem’s powerful revert story, navigating his first Ramadan, and how he balances his life with the demands of entrepreneurship. From $0 to $100+ haircuts, 500M+ views, and staying grounded in a world that doesn’t slow down — this one’s real, raw, and packed with gems. Tap in and let us know your thoughts in the comments!   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkuma... TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the audio listeners out there: Apple Podcast: [https://podcasts.apple](https://podcasts.apple/).... Spotify: [https://open.spotify.c](https://open.spotify.c/)....   0:00 Intro 1:04 Preview 1:27 Who is Hakeem Hoang? 3:48 Early Days Pre-Islam 13:49 “I Kept It a Secret When I First Became Muslim” 16:42 The Lifestyle Transition of a Revert 20:11 “Makkah Changed My Life!” 25:52 The Beginning of Being a Barber 45:20 Why You MUST Use Social Media For Your Business In 2025 49:50 The ‘Skool Games’ That Changed Hakeem’s Life! 53:20 Alex Hormozi Flew Us To Las Vegas!! 57:57 I Can’t Look At Business The Same Way After Las Vegas! 1:06:44 What’s The Legacy You Want To Leave? 1:08:40 The Only Goal Setting System You Need! 1:15:01 Day In The Life of Hakeem 1:18:02 Best Tips To Content Creation In 2025! 1:23:20 If You Started Again From 0, What Would You Focus On? 1:27:00 The #1 Tip To NEVER Stop Reading

Welcome back FairDinkum fam! Yesss Part 2 of our convo with Taofiq is here in the flesh! Continuing from last week’s episode, this part has many more personal topics that we love to delve into. In this week’s episode, we spoke with Taofiq about the struggles and challenges he faced making the move to come to Australia, the journey of finding your place in a new community and society. We also delved into the beginning of his content creation journey with @au.ballerz, changing the game bring behind the scenes content to live, working hard with sincere intentions to striving to become your best self This will definitely be the first of many times you will see Taofiq on the podcast inshallah!   Let us know of your thoughts in the comments! Follow Taofiq on his journey at: TikTok: @tao97_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taofiqolo/ Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkumau/?hl=en TikTok: @fairdinkumau   Hope you guys enjoy! --- 0:00 People Are Confused Between Islam and Culture 6:20 Finding “Your Place” In The Muslim Community 13:31 The Struggles of Moving Into A New Society 17:57 “My First Ramadan In Australia Was So Sad” 20:00 Do You Ever Regret Moving To Australia? 23:30 au.ballerz: Why Start Creating Content? 31:41 You MUST Be Intentional with EVERYTHING You Do! 36:42 “Our Ummah Is Blessed with Barakah In The Morning” 42:50 One Du’a Can Change Everything: My Ex-convict Friend Became Muslim 49:42 “Everything You See On My Socials Is What I Want You To See”

Welcome back FairDinkum fam! This week we have got a highly recommended guest for some time now, but alhamdulilah he’s made the time to sit with us the couch to tell his story, Mr Taofiq Olo! In this episode, Part 1 of 2, we spoke about his early days of playing football (soccer), building and hustling in high school with his bros to going through the ranks of English Premier League youth systems and the test and challenges that came with it. One of our personal favourite storytelling episodes and guaranteed you guys will love this!   Let us know of your thoughts in the comments!   Follow Taofiq on his journey at: TikTok: @tao97_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taofiqolo/   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkumau/?hl=en TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual lovers out there: YouTube: https://youtu.be/jf5WfaxaBlI   Hope you guys enjoy!     0:00 Intro 0:44 Preview Clip 2:05 “Aussies Don’t Realise How Nice Life Is Here!” 7:55 “London is a Melting Pot of Opportunities, But It’s Not Easy” 22:05 Tall Puppy Syndrome in Australia is WILD! 25:30 “Australia is 5-10 Years Behind with Everything” 17:56 The High School Tournament That Took Taofiq to Premier League Football! 23:20 Hustling, Making Deals, Selling Candy in High School 29:20 Released at 16: “Going Back to School Hurt Me” 33:50 “If Nike Academy Don’t Sign Me Now, I’m Done with Football” 38:00 I Got Put Straight into Nottingham Forest First Team! 45:10 Nike Academy Changed My Life! 50:50 Burnley Lifeline 54:43 Living Away From Home, Setting High Standards 58:35 “Wear Your Burnley Top to Your Driving Test and You’ll Pass!” 1:01:50 Football Is The WORST Business In The World! 1:07:00 Things Went DARK: “I Didn’t Suffer To Come To The UK For You To Be Like This!” 1:09:03 Everyone’s On Their Own Journey To Islam, Even If You’re Born Muslim 1:13:02 “I Proper Felt Like a Wasteman, I Felt Like I Let Everyone Down”